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I will reduce the amount of unwanted mail I receive (catalogs, phone books, etc.).
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
I will work from home 1 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.
I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
I will commute by bike 2 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 1.2 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.